International Literacy Day
Professional Development Highlight: Wellness Afternoon
Professional Development Highlight: Wellness Afternoon We wrapped up our two days of professional development with something just as important as learning — taking time for wellness! Staff had the chance to relax, recharge, and connect through a variety of activities, from creative art projects and basket weaving, to games outside, to sharing sweet treats together. […]
Professional Development Highlight: The Pyramid Model
Professional Development Highlight: The Pyramid Model After our teamwork challenge, staff came together for a discussion on the Pyramid Model for Supporting Social Emotional Competence in Infants and Young Children. The Pyramid Model is a nationally recognized framework that helps teachers create nurturing, responsive relationships, support social and emotional development, and provide positive strategies for […]
Professional Development Highlight: Teamwork in Action
Professional Development Highlight: Teamwork in Action Friday morning kicked off with a lively team challenge! Staff worked together to build cup pyramids using only rubber bands and string, no hands allowed! This fun (and sometimes tricky!) activity emphasized communication, patience, and collaboration. Just like in the classroom, success came when everyone worked together toward a […]
We Belong at SKCDC!
We closed out our Thursday morning professional development with this team picture — a wonderful reminder of the dedicated staff who make SKCDC such a special place for children and families. A special shout-out goes to Clay Hoffman, who not only took this photo but also recently celebrated 25 years with SKCDC! Thank you, Clay, […]
Professional Development Highlight: Teacher Home Visits
Professional Development Highlight: Teacher Home Visits We began Thursday morning with a powerful discussion led by Susan Wydra from the Donahue Institute on the many benefits of teacher home visits. This was followed by a panel with staff and parents, where both groups shared their experiences of this important part of the Head Start model. […]
Free Family Fun Night at Mill Park
Free Family Fun Night at Mill Park What a wonderful evening at the City of Augusta’s Free Family Fun Night! Families enjoyed delicious hamburgers fresh off the grill, cool drinks, and all kinds of activities for kids. Lauren was there representing Southern Kennebec Child Development Head Start, sharing smiles, fun giveaways, and information about our […]
National Parents’ Day
Today we celebrate the heart of every child’s first learning environment — their parents! Providing nurturing hugs, bedtime stories, patient guidance, and unconditional love, parents lay the foundation for their children’s lifelong growth. At SKCDC, we’re proud to partner with incredible families who show up every day with strength, compassion, and a deep commitment to […]
Honoring Volunteers
SKCDC honored two of our amazing volunteers at the June Board of Directors meeting. Keira Blodgett, a student at Gardiner Area High School, helps us meet the basic needs of families. She supports food and clothing distribution efforts. When she’s not volunteering, Keira is a student representative on the MDSAD #11 school board, a multi-sport […]
June Teenth
